Last summer, the beloved arts nonprofit SCRAP announced they were looking for a new home. The organization is known for its expansive art supply store, which is stocked with recycled materials at affordable prices. Along with the store, SCRAP regularly provides community programming like classes and workshops, with the mission to make art accessible.
In 2025, the nonprofit got the news that its lease would expire, and organizers decided to look for a new, permanent home. Now, just over a year later, SCRAP is celebrating its grand reopening today, August 15. The new space is still in Bayview, which has been SCRAP’s home for decades. The nonprofit was able to purchase the building, ensuring it won’t have to move spaces due to lease changes anytime soon.
The new building is 26,000 square ft and located at 141 Industrial St. Plus, it’s only a short walk from the original location. As of today, the new location is officially open for shopping; however, donations are paused until September 1.
The new location has space for a dedicated workshop area, which means you can expect more workshops and educational opportunities.
About SCRAP
SCRAP was founded by Anne Marie Theilen in 1976. Theilen worked to place artists in schools and found it difficult to get art supplies for classrooms. She then partnered with local artist Ruth Asawa to create SCRAP, taking materials that would typically have gone to waste and giving them a second life as art supplies.
Since then, the art supply store has become a staple for San Franciscans, whether you’re a professional artist or a novice looking to start a new hobby. SCRAP is currently in the midst of a capital campaign to fund the move.